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SkEye | Astronomy
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Important data is clearly displayed
This app always displays altitude and azimuth data in large clear numbers.
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Unreliable search function
When searching for specific stars or celestial bodies, SkEye doesn't always bring back the intended results.
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Frequent updates
SkEye is known for having periodic updates that expand this app's capabilities.
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Doesn't work well directly above the user
At the zenith (highest point in the sky), this app's navigation stops working correctly.
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Connects directly to telescope
SkEye is capable of hooking directly to a telescope through the optical tube assembly. Once SkEye is connected, it assists users in finding specific stars or celestial bodies.
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Easy search function
When a planet or star is searched, a guiding arrow appears that directs the user to the correct location.
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Works without GPS
Most star trackers rely on GPS for important location information. If GPS isn't available, the user can enter longitude, latitude, and elevation automatically.
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NASA App
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Updated daily
The NASA app has tons of information, most of which is updated constantly.
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Not much info on celestial bodies
While this app gives users a ton of information on NASA's activities, it doesn't provide useful information for stars.
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A huge selection of content
Has over 14,000 images with more added regularly. In addition to images, this app also offers articles videos, TV feeds, and radio in order for users to get the most out of their viewing experience.
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Informs users of missions
The Missions calendar lets people see launch schedules and viewing opportunities based on current location. Countdown clocks are included for more precise timing.
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Astro Panel
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Clear sky alerts
Whenever viewing conditions are optimal, this app will push a notification.
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Doesn't reliably download data
This app syncs sporadically, so much of the information becomes quickly obsolete.
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No GPS required
Instead of exclusively using GPS data, this app lets users manually enter longitude and latitude
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Sky Map of Constellations
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Zoom controls available
With this app, users can zoom in to get a closer look at any object.
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Difficult to navigate correctly
When using automatic navigation, this app tends to behave sporadically, making it difficult to find intended objects or browse smoothly.
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Auto or manual navigation
This app can be set to display objects in the sky where the device is facing, or users can manually browse by scrolling.
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Displays objects in layers that can be turned on and off
Stars, constellations, grid lines, and more can be toggled in order to see specifically what is needed.
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Helps users find specific objects
Just type in the name of the desired star or constellation and Sky Map of Constellations will guide the user towards that object using a red arrow.
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Star Chart
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View stars from a different time period or place on earth
Star Chart lets users see the sky as it was 10,000 years ago, or as it will be in 10,000 years. It also lets people see what the sky would look like from a different place on earth .
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Limited Data information
Limited information about listed objects.
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Perfectly looking on screen!
It is fun to stargaze :)
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Lots of information is blocked by in app purchases
Instead of offering everything for a flat rate, every additional feature is offered at anywhere from $2.99 to $9.99.
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Provides useful information
Star Chart comes with the Messier Deep Sky catalog which contains information about galaxies, nebulas, and star clusters.
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Limited "search" function
Instead of doing global search in between all object sets, you have to choose up front the set to be searched (stars, constellations, etc.) - which is inconvenient if you do not know to which set the object belongs (i.e. is it a star, a planet, a comet, etc.).
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High on energy
Unfortunately, uses a lot of battery.
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Star Walk 2
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Displays different parts of the light spectrum
Instead of only displaying what would be visible to the human eye, Star Walk displays gamma ray, x ray, h-alpha, infrared, microwave, and radio.
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Unstable for many users
Many people who have this app complain that it crashes within seconds of starting.
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Users can choose which objects are displayed
Users can toggle which features are activated, such as constellation description or satellite display.
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Outdated data base
2016 and 2017 are not in data base. Can't view anything discovered after 2015. Comets like johnson can't be found.
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3D view of stars up close
Just tap on a star and see what it looks like from a closer perspective.
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Identifies satellites
For 99 cents, satellites can be tapped for identification. This app contains information on over 9000 satellites.
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Contains information about all the planets
Star Walk 2 attempts to give users a comprehensive view of all the things that are currently happening in space, this includes events at other planets. For instance, it displays the angle of rotation around the sun, sunrise, sunset, and length of day on that particular planet.
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Adds illustrations over feed from camera
Instead of just displaying a feed of what the sky should look like when the device is aimed in different directions, Sky Walk paints stars, constellations, and satellites over real time images taken from the device's camera.
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SkySafari 4
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Shows smaller objects
Users can view asteroids, satellites, comets, and meteor showers with information included.
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Paid Plus or PRO of app only for current version
Payment of Plus or PRO app is active only for current version (f.e. v.5). Next version (v.6) has to be paid again.
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Detailed search function
Objects can be found according to name, magnitude, number, Ra, and other attributes.
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Might overwhelm a casual stargazer
There's a lot of information and functionality in this app that might be a bit too much for a beginner astronomy enthusiast.
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Highly informative
The app has historical mythological and scientific information on hundreds of objects. Over 120,000 stars can be viewed, near star clusters, nebulas, galaxies, and major planets and moons in our solar system.
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Can simulate changes of celestial bodies over time
The app is capable of simulating movement up 100 years in the future and past.
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Adds a subscription to SkyWeek, Sky & Telescope
SkyWeek, Sky & Telescope's subscription inform of upcoming eclipses and meteor showers.
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Various events can be animated
Events such as eclipses, meteor showers conjunctions and transits can be animated.
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